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Detective Pierce #3
Angels
Ricardo Pierce's two young daughters are kidnapped by a man from his past.
224 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 13, 2016
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Remington Kane
252 books134 followersRemington Kane is an American author that writes action-packed thrillers. The author might be unfamiliar to some people because Remington Kane is actually a pseudonym for Donald Wells.
Donald Wells has garnered a reputation for writing darker and somewhat serious novels about killers. The author was born in New Jersey. He never really left and has since made a home there. Like most of his peers, Donald Wells was an avid reader as a child.
He spent many an hour devouring every book he came across. And it wasn’t long before he began to yearn for the chance to write. Like many aspiring authors, Donald Wells knew he had the capacity to tell stories. However, he was a little hesitant to venture into such uncharted waters, not only because he didn’t know where to start with regards to writing a book but also because he didn’t have confidence in his own ability to produce compelling fiction.
Again, like most notable authors, Donald meandered about for a while. Rather than going into publishing the first chance he got, Donald tried his hand at various odd jobs. He worked as an insurance salesman, a Real Estate Sales person, and even a Retail manager.
The jobs, though seemingly meaningless in the grand scheme of things, did wonders for the author’s writing capabilities. Whether he was driving trucks or cleaning floors, Donald gained insight into the workings of the world.
He met unexpected people and heard their intriguing stories. He came across numerous strange encounters and even participated in some of them. He essentially dipped into so many unique aspects of life that it came as no surprise that he had more than enough stories rattling around his head when it finally came time to write his first novel.
Not that many authors can claim to have been offered a chance to act as bodyguard to a drug dealer. Since getting his first book sold, though, Donald has finally settled in his career. The author loves writing novels and there is nothing he else he would rather be doing. The fact that he has found a way to make money out of his passion makes him one of the luckier individuals in the world.
By the time Donald Wells began writing as Remington Kane, he had already become established as a novelist with numerous thrillers under his name. However, writing as Remington practically took over his life.
This is because Donald has achieved more success writing as Remington Kane than he did producing novels under his real name. Kane is best known for the Tanner series of novels. Tanner is a hit man who accepts a job to take out a mob boss.
When he is betrayed and thrown into prison, Tanner thinks of little else besides getting revenge. And once he finally gets his freedom, the hit man becomes a one man army, engaging in a brutal way against a crime organization known as the Conglomerate.
Each new book sees Tanner raising the stakes by finding a new target that will sting the Conglomerate in ways they couldn’t possibly fathom.
Remington Kane has been praised for the Tanner novels because Tanner is such a refreshing hero. The protagonist is so average physically, devoid of the exaggerated traits that most action heroes seem to bear. If not for his natural fighting and survival instincts, one would be hard pressed to tell Tanner apart from any other ordinary man on the street.
Donald Wells has garnered a reputation for writing darker and somewhat serious novels about killers. The author was born in New Jersey. He never really left and has since made a home there. Like most of his peers, Donald Wells was an avid reader as a child.
He spent many an hour devouring every book he came across. And it wasn’t long before he began to yearn for the chance to write. Like many aspiring authors, Donald Wells knew he had the capacity to tell stories. However, he was a little hesitant to venture into such uncharted waters, not only because he didn’t know where to start with regards to writing a book but also because he didn’t have confidence in his own ability to produce compelling fiction.
Again, like most notable authors, Donald meandered about for a while. Rather than going into publishing the first chance he got, Donald tried his hand at various odd jobs. He worked as an insurance salesman, a Real Estate Sales person, and even a Retail manager.
The jobs, though seemingly meaningless in the grand scheme of things, did wonders for the author’s writing capabilities. Whether he was driving trucks or cleaning floors, Donald gained insight into the workings of the world.
He met unexpected people and heard their intriguing stories. He came across numerous strange encounters and even participated in some of them. He essentially dipped into so many unique aspects of life that it came as no surprise that he had more than enough stories rattling around his head when it finally came time to write his first novel.
Not that many authors can claim to have been offered a chance to act as bodyguard to a drug dealer. Since getting his first book sold, though, Donald has finally settled in his career. The author loves writing novels and there is nothing he else he would rather be doing. The fact that he has found a way to make money out of his passion makes him one of the luckier individuals in the world.
By the time Donald Wells began writing as Remington Kane, he had already become established as a novelist with numerous thrillers under his name. However, writing as Remington practically took over his life.
This is because Donald has achieved more success writing as Remington Kane than he did producing novels under his real name. Kane is best known for the Tanner series of novels. Tanner is a hit man who accepts a job to take out a mob boss.
When he is betrayed and thrown into prison, Tanner thinks of little else besides getting revenge. And once he finally gets his freedom, the hit man becomes a one man army, engaging in a brutal way against a crime organization known as the Conglomerate.
Each new book sees Tanner raising the stakes by finding a new target that will sting the Conglomerate in ways they couldn’t possibly fathom.
Remington Kane has been praised for the Tanner novels because Tanner is such a refreshing hero. The protagonist is so average physically, devoid of the exaggerated traits that most action heroes seem to bear. If not for his natural fighting and survival instincts, one would be hard pressed to tell Tanner apart from any other ordinary man on the street.
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July 1, 2016
The third book in the series and the first one for me.
I've read and enjoyed a few of the author's books in the Tanner series. The Tanner series is more action packed and hard hitting as the lead is a hit man so, if you have enjoyed this series give that one a try as well.
I was worried about being lost, starting later in the series but those worries were unnecessary. While I could tell there was a history I was missing the author did a good job of flashing back to the few things that really mattered for the story.
Rick Pierce is a seasoned, respected and well liked police detective. The antagonist is a return character from one of the earlier books I assume so, fans of the series will recognize him and if you're new like me, don't worry, the author boils down the relevant details so I had absolutely no trouble understanding the evil that is this character.
The biggest thing that I enjoyed about this story, was the multiple story lines going on which is not always the case with a lot of detective tales. It helped to keep away some of the monotony you sometimes have when there is only a single plot line.
There are several well developed characters that help support Rick and add to the landscape of the story, each with their own interesting personalities that overall, made this a really enjoyable read that I finished in two evenings.
While the book is heavier on story and plot than action, I never felt like I was missing anything. If you tend to enjoy the action packed books like, the Tanner series, have no fear as you'll enjoy this one just as much.
I've read and enjoyed a few of the author's books in the Tanner series. The Tanner series is more action packed and hard hitting as the lead is a hit man so, if you have enjoyed this series give that one a try as well.
I was worried about being lost, starting later in the series but those worries were unnecessary. While I could tell there was a history I was missing the author did a good job of flashing back to the few things that really mattered for the story.
Rick Pierce is a seasoned, respected and well liked police detective. The antagonist is a return character from one of the earlier books I assume so, fans of the series will recognize him and if you're new like me, don't worry, the author boils down the relevant details so I had absolutely no trouble understanding the evil that is this character.
The biggest thing that I enjoyed about this story, was the multiple story lines going on which is not always the case with a lot of detective tales. It helped to keep away some of the monotony you sometimes have when there is only a single plot line.
There are several well developed characters that help support Rick and add to the landscape of the story, each with their own interesting personalities that overall, made this a really enjoyable read that I finished in two evenings.
While the book is heavier on story and plot than action, I never felt like I was missing anything. If you tend to enjoy the action packed books like, the Tanner series, have no fear as you'll enjoy this one just as much.
June 2, 2017
Angels
This is a great KU library read and addition to the Detective Pierce series. It brings in two people from Pierce's past who mean him harm for different reasons. The storyline is at times intense, the characters are well developed and it leaves the reader looking forward to the next book in this series. I can't wait.
This is a great KU library read and addition to the Detective Pierce series. It brings in two people from Pierce's past who mean him harm for different reasons. The storyline is at times intense, the characters are well developed and it leaves the reader looking forward to the next book in this series. I can't wait.
June 16, 2019
A Fantastic Book
Remington Kane is one of my favorite Author's and when you read this terrific book he will yours also. It is filled with lots of action, mystery and love as well as keeping the reader so engrossed that this is a way to lose yourself for hours So well written can't wait to read my next one
Remington Kane is one of my favorite Author's and when you read this terrific book he will yours also. It is filled with lots of action, mystery and love as well as keeping the reader so engrossed that this is a way to lose yourself for hours So well written can't wait to read my next one
February 2, 2021
Detective Pierce thought that Amy was in his past!
Just becaue things seem like an accident doesnt mean they are. What seems like an open & shut case is anything but. Serial murder Dave Owens escapes & wants revenge.
Just becaue things seem like an accident doesnt mean they are. What seems like an open & shut case is anything but. Serial murder Dave Owens escapes & wants revenge.
February 10, 2021
Two family men who were killers
This was not a “who done it.” The killers are identified at the beginning. The story involves how the slipped up and we’re finally caught by detective Pierce.
This was not a “who done it.” The killers are identified at the beginning. The story involves how the slipped up and we’re finally caught by detective Pierce.
May 25, 2019
Well done Mr Kane another great read had me worried for awhile in the story very tense do hope there will be more Detective Pierce .
July 31, 2016
This was good book
I have read about 14)of your books so I like tanner story and the blue Steele b better than any you are a great writer
I have read about 14)of your books so I like tanner story and the blue Steele b better than any you are a great writer
March 22, 2017
This series just keeps getting better! I was certain that this would be the last book but I'm not so sure. The ending leaves the possibility of a boom 4 and I really hope to see it happen! Remington Kane is a great author and as always, I enjoyed the narration of David Stifel!
April 23, 2017
Great
Remington Kane always comes up with winners. I do hope he has more books about Pierce on the drawing board.
Remington Kane always comes up with winners. I do hope he has more books about Pierce on the drawing board.
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